Arizona · Security deposit

How big can the deposit be in Arizona?

Max 1.5 months' rent, prepaid rent included.

Why, and the exact law

After you move out and ask for it, the landlord has 14 days (weekends and holidays don't count) to send a list of deductions and the rest.

From A.R.S. § 33-1321, read Oct 6, 2026.
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“A landlord shall not demand or receive security, however denominated, including prepaid rent in an amount or value of more than one and one-half month's rent …”

A.R.S. § 33-1321 · azleg.gov

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Arizona residential security deposits

How big can the deposit be?

Max 1.5 months' rent, prepaid rent included.

After you move out and ask for it, the landlord has 14 days (weekends and holidays don't count) to send a list of deductions and the rest.

The law, word for word

“A landlord shall not demand or receive security, however denominated, including prepaid rent in an amount or value of more than one and one-half month's rent …”

A.R.S. § 33-1321 · azleg.gov · Retrieved Oct 6, 2026

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